LOW
CVE-2015-0988
CWE-200Published: October 6, 2015· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
2.1
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Omron CX-One CX-Programmer before 9.6 uses a reversible format for password storage in project source-code files, which makes it easier for local users to obtain sensitive information by reading a file.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2015-0988 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-200): Information exposure vulnerabilities leak sensitive data to unauthorized actors.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.
User Interaction
Scope
Impact
ConfidentialityP
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
omron1 product(s)
cx-programmer
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (2)
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https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-15-274-01Third Party Advisory · US Government Resource
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https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-15-274-01Third Party Advisory · US Government Resource
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2015-0988
CVSS Score2.1 / 10
SeverityLOW
WeaknessCWE-200
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedOct 6, 2015
Related CVEs (CWE-200)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2015-0988 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.